US Bridges

KY-55 over East Fk Simpson Ck

Good

Nelson County, Kentucky · 0.05 Miles South of US 62 · Structure no. 090B00112N

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2022
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
90 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,128
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

KY-55 over East Fk Simpson Ck is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying KY-55 over East Fk Simpson Ck in Nelson County, Kentucky. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger than the Kentucky average of 46.6 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,128 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,128 by 2042. The structure is 90 ft (27.5 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesKY-55
CrossesEast Fk Simpson Ck
Location0.05 Miles South of US 62
RouteState Highway 55
Coordinates37.88111, -85.3025
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2022
Inspection intervalevery 48 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating93.1 US tons
Inventory rating55.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 25 or greater
Structure length90 ft (27.5 m)
Longest span86 ft (26.2 m)
Deck width39 ft (12 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,128 (2022)
Projected traffic3,128 by 2042
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was KY-55 over East Fk Simpson Ck built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is KY-55 over East Fk Simpson Ck in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2022.

How much traffic does KY-55 over East Fk Simpson Ck carry?

About 3,128 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is KY-55 over East Fk Simpson Ck?

The structure is 90 ft (27.5 m) long with a longest span of 86 ft (26.2 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns KY-55 over East Fk Simpson Ck?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.